Derma Botanica—Organic

Botanical Facials and Skin Care

Derma Botanica is a unique facial studio in New Smyrna Beach specializing in holistic, massage-based, organic, botanical facials and skin care. Born from a love of plants, the Earth, and our well-being, Derma Botanica opened in 2022 to offer skin care experiences that integrate the healing power of touch with the intelligence of plants to nourish and heal the skin, and calm the body and mind. Restorative, noninvasive treatments such as gua sha, kansa wand, high frequency, ice globes, and red light and microcurrent are offered to boost benefits and address specific skin care concerns for visible results.

“I have made it my mission to hand select skin care products that protect and feed the microbiome and do not strip the skin with sulfates or contain perfumes, parabens or other harmful ingredients,” notes studio owner Kimberly Hover. “I work with small businesses, herbalists, formulators and farm-toface skin care creators who make plant-based products that are cruelty-free, palm oil free, ethically sourced, wildcrafted, handmade in small batches and contained in glass.”

In addition to being a licensed esthetician, Hover brings to her practice an overview of knowledge about nontoxic skin care, massage and nutrition. She also holds a master’s degree in fine arts from Carnegie Mellon University and has been a certified canine massage therapist since 2009.

Derma Botanica is located at 1710 State Rd. 44 inside Colors Hair Studio in New Smyrna Beach. You can learn more and easily book an appointment at Derma-Botanica.com or call 386-956-9823. Current hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday with afternoon and evening appointments. See ad on page 33.

Vegan Potluck at Natural Concepts Revisited

Natural Concepts Revisited—a retail store dedicated to health, wellness and sustainable practices in Daytona Beach—invites the community to a Vegan Potluck on May 27 from 3 to 5 p.m. This will be the first of what will be a monthly event.

“We are so excited to unify the vegan community,” shares owner Jo Anne Staley. “Come make new friends, discover new recipes, and enjoy sharing the ingredients of your recipe and how you made it.”

Staley says they encourage everyone to bring a dish to share for around eight people. Avoid bringing processed food. Remember to use organic or locally grown ingredients. You can also bring your own utensils and water bottle.

In addition to locally sourced organic produce, fresh nut milks, local honey and natural grocery items for specialty diets, Natural Concepts Revisited has a café; juice bar; and educational center dedicated to health, wellness and sustainable practices. Organic gardening supplies, including locally made compost and organic fertilizer, are also available.

Location: Natural Concepts Revisited, 142 W. International Speedway Blvd., in Daytona Beach. For more information, call 386-341-5068 or visit them on Facebook. com/NaturalConceptsRevisitedllc See ad on page 25.